(A/N): Hello! It's been a while since I last posted something in FF. Well; this is a Zelda fic I wanted to write so much since I'm into the games again... I have also read the manga and was totally hooked lol (so here you'll find some dialogues or descriptions that are based mostly from the manga).

This fanfiction contains a lime so please, if you're not old enough or mature toward those things then stop reading. I hope you like this story!

Summary:

"It's the time when the reddened fruit of the Great Deku Tree split open, marking the beginning of the season in which the birth of a son happens to every living creature in the forest, or in more common words: the "mating-season" begins. The annual festival of the Kokiri Forest, which is greatly anticipated, is drawing near. Cleaning up all over the forest, practicing the songs and dances... everyone's busy with preparations.
...So is Link. He's come back to Hyrule from his heroic quest in search for Navi in Termina and other lands so he can attend to that annual festivity that brings back so many memories of his childhood. He then, decides to invite Zelda there so she can escape from the royal and political matters she deals with for at least one day. Of course, that's also the best moment for him to ask her hand in marriage and the Lost Woods seem the perfect place to make her his once and for all, body and soul all together..."

Rated: M

Genre: Romance

Pairings: ZeldaxLink & one-sided MidoxSaria

Disclaimer:

I don't own any character or setting that's mentioned in this story and by no means I dare claim them as mine. Also, in this chapter there's a phrase that was said in "Aladdin" and I don't own it either.

Touch me

By Mase992 (-chan)

- - -

"Are you ready Zelda?" asked Link as he saddled Epona just outside of the stable.

"Yes Link, let's go."

The female surged from within the shadows covering her body with a black gown. Link's heart skipped surprised when she appeared out of the blue. He had forgotten that she had the ability to scurry through the shadows as the Sheikah used to. He mounted the mare and stretched his hand to help Zelda sit behind him.

"Hold on tight," he told her as he guided her sly hands down his waist. She blushed but held him back. Link gave Epona a slight tug and the steed scampered away from the slumbering castle. Zelda couldn't help but hug Link's back tightly because of the impulse and power of the running steed.

When they reached the vast plains of the kingdom the last bit of the castle was left behind them. Never glancing back, Link ordered Epona to go faster and with a neigh of agreement it trotted down the valley leaving dust clouds behind its tracks. Zelda looked around fascinated that she had finally left the setting she had been used to for so long and held onto Link tighter, afraid she might fall because of the speed. The cold wind seemed to slap her face and her fluttering hair covered her sight. The moon's rays lit their way through the zone as Kakariko Village, Zora's Domain, and Lon Lon Ranch seemed like flashes of color that sped past them. Zelda felt as if she was flying… she saw the castle's fortress turn smaller and smaller with every passing second. She was out at last and she enjoyed the feeling of it. The only sounds she could hear was the howling wind and Epona's steps rumbling against the earth. Dust and other particles were lifted from their spot on the ground every time her powerful hoofs hit it. The female looked around and all she could see were endless hills, grass, and there was not a single wall to be seen. That was relieving.

She sighed and allowed her hands to roam freely on Link's waist. She could feel his body tensing because of her touch. She grinned and just continued with her search, finally her hands reached his chest and she gripped him for dear life. She felt as if she ever let go of him he would disappear. She felt thankful that she had been finally able to leave the castle and all thanks to him. Even though her cheeks were as red as a tomato, she leaned forward and rested her cheek against his back, in a way, thanking him. Link's body twitched under her caressing and the strange feeling of taking her came back. He gulped and tried to concentrate on the road but feeling Zelda touching him was almost unbearable. The young hero decided to shrug his dirty thoughts away and stand the temptation.

Finally the sight of evergreen trees caught Link's attention and he sighed with relief. They had arrived to the Forbidden Forest and deep inside of it rested the Kokiri children's home. Epona slowed its pace down and then stopped completely after a small struggle. Link turned sheepishly to the girl cuddled against him and gawked at noticing how... comfortable she looked.

"Uh... Zellie... we're here."

The princess snapped back to reality when she heard her friend's voice and noticed the lack of movement around her. She turned and her gaze met Link's flushed face, she blushed in return and quickly let go of him. She bit her lower lip and turned to the ground in embarrassment.

"I'm... sorry..."

He smiled at her in return and got off Epona, "It's no problem," and then he took her hand and held her down of the horse gently. After Link left Epona's reigns tied against a low branch, both companions headed toward the entrance of the forest, which was made by two bent trees. Link looked around as a grin spreaded instantly across his face at the familiar sight.

All around them, trees of many kinds stretched toward the heavens as towers of wood that covered the dark blue blanket above with their green roofs. Small light orbs surrounded them giving the forest a magical touch and it seemed as if the wind was singing with the green leaves that were falling like rain. Zelda found herself entranced with the beauty of the landscape as fireflies flew in between her hair making it seem like burning fire. She turned to Link with unreadable eyes, "Is this... where you live?"

"Used to..." he said, a tinge of sadness taking over him, "Isn't it nice?"

Zelda continued listening to the chirping crickets and the rustling sound of the leaves being caressed by the wind's hands.

"I wish... I wish I could live here..." she continued looking at the still trees that were so full of life and wisdom. "In here... it all depends on your doing and there's no one around to tell you what to dress or how to act."

She placed her hand on the bark of an old oak and rubbed it against the tough exterior. The fresh air made her come back to life as her eyes shined with the purity of the water. Link sighed and rested his back against a tree, "But you get lost in your own bubble... never knowing what is beyond the vast sea of green..."

Zelda turned to him worried.

"You never know what you may find out there... even if you may find what you are destined to keep..."

Now she was truly concerned, had she said something wrong? "Link... what do you mean by that? Don't you have all you ever wanted? Isn't freedom what you treasure most?"

He turned, his eyes dark as the night-sky, "I'm still missing one thing..."

"... And what may that be?" she asked, tilting her head.

"..." Link couldn't continue speaking. He was letting things go too fast... but damn... he wanted to say it now or he would miss his chance again... but what if she...

The blowing wind covered their pale faces as the trees' singing continued enveloping the forest in a low and magical song. Link turned his face away and bit his tongue, "You..."

These words hit Zelda as thousands of needles that were piercing through her heart and making it bleed. She took hold of her chest and felt her heart beating swiftly and with each beat, her cheeks turned redder.

"What do you mean... by that...?" she knew that deep inside of her the answer was as clear as water and her twitching insides screamed for her to let go of everything and tell him her feelings. She loved Link. She had loved him since the first time their glances met 7 years ago at the Courtyard; at least it all started as a childish crush but now she knew for good... She had always missed him every time he left in a journey. All these years she had been avoiding this evident answer and the more she tried to deny it, the more she hurt herself. For the 3 Goddesses! She wanted more than anything else to be with him, to touch him but... she had no time for relationships... her kingdom was in trouble and she couldn't let her people down! ... Or could she? She slapped herself mentally, how could she even think that?! She was going to be Queen of Hyrule and she knew her people always came first, not silly love dreams... Heh, now she sounded like her father. On the other hand... she was hesitant... I mean... queen? Her? No way! The only way for her to become a real queen was if she married a prince... An imaginary hand squeezed her heart so tightly it felt as if it would explode with the great mass of feelings that took over her in that precise moment. Realization seeped into her and was killing her slowly when she imagined herself marrying a total stranger. Another one of those stuffed shirt swaggering peacocks her father had presented to her in these past years. She was sick of them but she knew that it was the only way she could become queen and make her father proud. Yet, she didn't want to! All she wanted was... Link... even he had no royal title he was still good enough for her. He was her world. She had once thought that he had the answers for everything and now... he needed her?

She looked down not knowing what to say; her throat had gone dry. Love... it was a funny thing. A short and simple word and yet... it was so harmful...

"Link... I..."

"Hey you!!"

The odd silence that had been set among them was broken when a young freckled boy with orange hair jumped from a nearby tree and landed in between them. Zelda gasped surprised since she had been lurking in her thoughts for far too long and Link snapped back to reality as the plans for that night returned to his mind.

"Oh... hi Mido."

The male regained his smile, as if nothing had happened earlier, and turned. He stared at the boy fuming before him and tapping his feet against the ground, "Well...?"

Link frowned, " Well what?"

Mido could have boiled an egg with the heat his head emanated, "What do you mean by that?! You've been gone for 7 years worrying everyone, especially Saria and all you can say is that?! Besides... you're late!"

The Hylian smiled warmly when he noticed what his long time rival meant to say, "Mido... I'm sorry... I missed you too..."

Mido turned his face away with a humph as he crossed his arms defiantly over his chest, "I... I did not miss you!!! I was just worried about how Saria would react... that's all!" When he mentioned the Sage of Forest's name he blushed and turned completely from Link.

The latter just smiled, he knew Mido too well and he was obviously not going to accept it, he would never change, no matter what happened or how much time passed, he would remain the same. He'd stay arrogant and as a kid... now... Link knew better than anyone that the Kokiri and him were way too different and that he could never fit among them.

"Well... let's go already! Everyone's waiting for you!" he said preparing to jump back into the bushes and extensive blanket of trees.

"Wait! Did the Great Deku Tree..."

Link couldn't finish his sentence since Mido just continued his way through the leaves. A sparkling trail of light was left in the spot his fairy had flown toward. That was a sign he used in order to guide them to Kokiri Forest and they had to follow the light orbs floating before them. It seemed the Great Deku Tree had accepted his request. The male Hylian puffed a cloud of breath out into the chilly night air with relief as his eyes searched for the limb form of the princess. She had given her attention to the twinkling road Mido's fairy had left as she held her right arm tightly, but it seemed her mind was somewhere else and Link knew exactly why.

He took her hand gently from its spot on her right arm and guided her through the mass of plants and elderly trees. Zelda gasped and blushed instantly, "What are you doing...?"

He smiled sheepishly, "Just helping you... who knows... a Wolfos or a Deku Scrub can just jump from the plants and attack us."

Zelda felt a bit helpless as her eyes met the moistened ground below her feet. She knew she could protect herself if a beast attacked them; she could use her Sheikah movements and magic, yet she stayed quiet. She didn't want to argue at that moment, she had too much in mind and she liked it when Link guided her way... she knew she would be safe. Zelda nodded and allowed his hand to clench her wrist tighter as a world of whispering oaks and rustling leaves seeped past her eyes.

They walked for what seemed miles as the once dark forest slowly turned brighter and the flowers closer to that warm light were resuscitated from their humid state and turn into living buds. A familiar feeling overflowed Zelda's heart even though she had never been there before and the light that emanated the wonderful sensation seemed to come closer as she took a new step. Light flowed like a river through the leaves above them and illuminating their way. It was as if it was helping them to move on.

Link's steady pace quickened with anxiety as the light approached them even more. They were close to their destination and the warm feeling both felt turned deeper and stronger. After passing a thick covering of green and blue foliage, the trees started to grow far from each other until they had created a new course and the blinding light was all they could see. They shielded their eyes from the flash and waited for it to fade away, it was as if the sun shone always, even it was night, in that part of the forest.

Zelda could see nothing but felt the white rays that hit her pupils. That was when she caught a glimpse of a tear trickling down Link's cheek. It then raced down his face and neck. She placed her hand on his shoulder and he instantly turned to see her, hiding his awkward sensations.

"It's okay... you're home..."

A grin spreaded across his face and just as the gesture marked his young features, the strong beams of light dissipated like mist and glowing before them stood Kokiri Forest.

- - -

"And then, I saw myself surrounded by a deadly group of bloodthirsty Stalfos," a wave of gasps, "oohs", and "ahhs" reached the Hylian's pointed ears as he told his childhood friends his grand tale. Link always had a story to tell to the people he knew and they would always be eager to hear of his adventures, even Zelda. He looked around with a smirk and he could see the Kokiri children all cuddled up around the bonfire they had made before him and an eager look marked their faces, their childish expressions were full of intrigue. Some had even closed their eyes trying to imagine the scenes that came to life in their minds as Link talked. Even Mido was hearing him, he was sitting in a corner and avoiding eye contact whenever Link turned to his spot though. Yet the hero was able to catch a glimpse of interest sparkling in the Kokiri Boss's eyes.

He continued looking around at the familiar faces surrounding him; he could see the twin orange-haired sisters as curious as ever had tilted their heads and wrapped their arms around their feet, waiting for the storytelling to continue. Next to them was Fado; a girl with dirty blonde locks that were wrapped in two low topknots, her dark blue eyes peered with interest into his form as she covered her mouth. Behind them was a small crowd of orange-haired kids wearing green tunics and sitting quietly. Their childish features looked excited because of the suspense and colorful light orbs floated among them. Even their guardian fairies were listening. He smiled pleased that all of his audience were catching his drift, and then, standing in the front row were Saria and Zelda. Both were Sages and wise women who at that moment seemed just as innocent as all the other Kokiri girls were. A funny sensation flooded Link's heart when he remembered his and Zelda's childhood, when he used to tell her about his journeys and she would calmly listen to him. Even though she was a grown up now, she still had that same intriguing look that she had when she was a young girl.

"And then what did you do?" asked a blonde little boy shifting curiously in his place on the grass.

Link's next expression was unreadable since there was a tinge of mischief hidden under a smirk that seemed to foretell the upcoming answer, " I knew they outnumbered me, five against one was much of a difference..."

He then drew his sword and raised it toward the night sky; its polished blade glittered with the stars' reflections; all the Kokiri children seemed to be entranced with the beauty of the Master Sword. Most of the girls were looking at the adult with sparkling eyes that showed their astonishment and one of the youngest clapped, "So I drew out my sword and a fierce battle began!"

He swung his sword (of course from a safe distance) and played some movements and tricks as he fought an invisible enemy.

"The first four were easy to beat but their leader was a powerful opponent; rumors said that his bones were made of steel and that he could crush rocks with his fist..."

A small and ruddy boy screamed when a nearby tree's branch brushed his back because of the wind. He sat on Zelda's lap with fear. The princess giggled and held the child close to her chest, "And then...?" she asked.

The other children laughed and then turned back to hear Link's story, "When I thought I was really going to die I suddenly saw a flash of light that was aimed toward the Stalfos and hit it right on its chest. The creature fell to the ground puffing and groaning. So I turned and I saw my rescuer; she was a young girl with long raven hair and she was holding a bow..."

Zelda's cheeks turned a bit red when she heard of the female. Link with another girl?! She felt her boiling blood rushing to her face as she clenched her fists. She then gasped... Was she jealous? Not noticing or caring about that kind of adult matters, the children started drawing closer to Link wanting to know more, "And who was she?"

Zelda's left eye twitched.

Link only smiled wider, "I couldn't tell because of the mist surrounding us... but then I saw, tattooed on her cheek, a small pink star. That way I could recognize it was Ganty."

"Yay Ganty!" screamed one of the orange-haired twins with a giggle.

Zelda sighed relieved knowing that there was no relationship between those two and continued listening. Link's tale went on until the moon was high up in the starry sky and the Great Deku Tree called them through the wind's song. Each year, the Kokiri folks had a play that was about a prince who protected the forest and a princess from a terrible monster. This year Saria had to play the role of the princess and after a lot of arguing Mido was selected as the prince. He also declared that Link would play the monster so the young adult reluctantly had to act as the villain of the story. Of course that was only an excuse that Mido wanted to take as an advantage so he could "beat" Link at least once.

When the play was over a small dance was held as Saria played the ocarina and other girls sang. All the Kokiri took turns in dancing with each other and the steps consisted on taking two steps ahead, then they retreated two steps, after doing that they spinned like crazy and clapped to the pace of the lively tune.

Just as he finished dancing with the blonde Kokiri girl, Link turned to the sky and noticed that it would be dawn in some hours, approximately two or three. Now was the time, he had to tell Zelda what he wanted at that moment or he would lose his opportunity forever. He turned and saw the princess dancing with a very small kid; it was funny to see the differences of height. He smiled when she saw her giggle every time the kid forgot what step followed. He was pleased to know that she was having fun but he had to ask her now.

"Zelda, can you come with me for a minute?"

The female turned to him smiling and nodded, "Of course, what is it Link?"

The male blushed when he saw her cute expression and rubbed the back of his neck, "Oh well... I have something to show you..."

Zelda continued smiling, it seemed that her thoughts about what he had told her earlier had been replaced with the steps of the dancing, his adventure stories, and the Kokiri play. Though, he was sure she would follow him if he asked her to do so. He took her gently by the wrist and guided her through the shadows of the foliage and away from the noise and the party. Zelda blinked with confusion as it turned harder and harder to see where they were heading because of the lack of light. After listening to the calm sounds of the forest and the wind whispering between the leaves, she felt secure, besides, Link was there to guide her and wherever they were going, she trusted him and simply followed without questioning. She could see the moon watching over them from above, covering herself with the dark blanket that were the heavens and the stars lit their way through the many plants that looked bluish and sparkled with the magic of nighttime. Fireflies flew past them and the forest's beauty had entranced Zelda completely. Not caring where they were going anymore, she just allowed herself to be dragged along as she paid great attention to her surroundings. She heard the sound of the running water from a nearby stream, the rustle of the leaves, the howling of the wind... she felt the cold breeze caressing her neck and nude shoulders; she could smell the humid air, and feel the moist soil under her shoes. Being there was more spectacular than she had ever imagined. Everything was so pure and beautiful, even the air. Being there made her feel lighter, as if a ton of rocks had been lifted from her shoulders.

"Careful with your head now..." she heard Link whisper gently as he guided her through a tunnel made by the roots of an old tree that seemed to be able to scratch the sky's surface. Little mushrooms and ivies were coiled all over the bark like ornaments and gave out a sweet aroma like lilies. This reminded the princess of the perfume she used to wear during meetings with princes who wished to ask her hand in marriage (all failing of course). She sighed and her expression darkened when she remembered Hyrule Castle. Such a cold and colorless place... if she was going to be queen of this land, then she had to know its every secret and to do so she had to explore the beauty of its areas; she had to see its every corners and know them well. And by staying trapped and bored in a grey tower she would never be able to do so. Yet she knew... very well... that she was just lying to herself, she couldn't do that. Not now... she was trapped inside a beautiful dream and she was sure that by dawn she just had to wake up. Come back to reality.

"Zellie...? Hey... what do you think?"

There was his voice again... with only speaking little he was able to drag her from her worries and thoughts easily... she looked up and her gaze met the moon bathed figure of her childhood friend and savior: Link. She blushed a bit when she noticed he was still holding her hand tightly and he just stood there smiling at her, his azure eyes piercing through her figure and even her garments. The princess looked at him still a bit puzzled but she noticed the young hero making a movement with his head and she turned to look at what was around them. She couldn't help but stare with awe at what she saw... They were in a beautiful clearing in the middle of the forest. The odor of humid plants and flowers tickled her nose as more of those large trees covered the sky with their green tops allowing few rays of light to seep through them and only a glimpse of the moon could be seen. It looked like a huge pearl stuck in the middle of an endless sea. Zelda was being dragged by the current... she just stood there gazing at the sky and at how perfect this place was... it was so peaceful and it felt as if she was just in another realm...

Link looked at her turned form. She was so perfect... A few fireflies flew around them giving the place a magical feeling; the young hero felt that teasing sensation all over his body yet again but this time he just couldn't keep it down. He had fought against it for too long... now he had to grow up and tell her... once and for all... that this place at that moment would be a dream coming true...

Zelda let a small firefly land on her finger and she inspected the curious bug carefully, its yellowish light illuminating her sparkling ocean eyes as she smiled with interest at it. The wind started blowing and causing some strands of her golden hair to go loose and cover her face partially and the insect just flew away, its dim light shimmering in between the plants. She felt so good in there, it was just a small clearing in the forest but hey, there was something special in there... she had this feeling she just couldn't quite describe with words but with sensations. This place made her feel... excited.

A gentle hand fell softly on her shoulder and made the blonde female turn around only to meet her savior's tender expression, "Link..."

"So... do you like this place?" he asked, a bit concerned.

Zelda just blinked but then smiled back at him, "But of course silly... why wouldn't I like it?"

Link's expression brightened at her response as he stared down at his beloved, "Oh... I just thought... well... I always came to this place when I was little. In here I could admire when, at the end of the festival, new fairies were born. It's a secret place... not even Saria knows about it... but I... want to share it with you..." His cheeks turned a bit red as he avoided eye contact with a beaming Zelda.

"Link..." At her call, the male couldn't help but turn down to her. His eyes opened wide when he felt her fingers brushing his cheeks and then slipping through his hair. It felt so good... Zelda, with a hint of red tainting her face continued caressing his facade as she looked at him, "I'm glad that you showed me this place and that for once, I could share an adventure with you..."

Link gasped at her comment but continued staring at the smiling princess. So this was what she wanted huh? She really wanted freedom and now that he had given it to her, it made her smile sincerely. It had made her happy. He grinned. That was what he had wanted: to make her happy, to make both of them happy and then, they would share secrets, journeys, tears, moments... feelings... He snapped back to reality when he noticed Zelda gawking and looking skyward. Concerned, he turned the same way but his features softened when a small light orb landed on his nose and after turning into many sparkles of energy it vanished before his eyes. Zelda stretched her hand at the sight of those diminutive balls of light falling all over the area. A couple of them landed on her palm giving her the sensation of petting silk. Those shining objects continued falling around them like snowflakes and sparkles of light got caught in their hair giving the impression of rain droplets the raced down their bodies.

"Fairy orbs..." whispered Link returning his attention to the girl before him. She was completely lost in thought as the fairy orbs continued falling around them. Link smiled and started combing her hair with his fingers using as an excuse the fact that there were some of those sparkling particles stuck in her golden locks.

"It's so pretty..." she murmured, "So nice..."

Zelda smiled at the touch of his fingers on her but then her heart started beating swiftly when she felt his hands changing their position and tracing their way gently down to her waist and once there hugging it tightly. She blushed deeply and turned to the male who just looked at her smiling sweetly. Yet she could see a hint of mischief in his piercing eyes.

"Link...? What are you..." she blabbed in response to his seducing touch, though she couldn't deny she liked it.

He continued smiling as he leaned forward and stopped next to her ear. Shivers raced down the female's back as his hot breath tickled her side, "Zelda... I can make you happy... so please... be mine..."

What... what was that all about?! Zelda couldn't help but feel surprised to his words; her heart and feelings were now so mixed... she was more confused than ever. Did this mean...? No that couldn't be... but she had to know if... he meant it...

"Does...", she took a deep breath, "...does this mean... you love... me?" she asked looking to the ground shyly and sounding hesitant.

Link's hand left its spot on his princess's waist and he cupped her chin making their eyes to meet. He could see, through those watery eyes, how confused and unsure she was but he was determined to make her happy, to make her his.

"Yes." He murmured tenderly and then he finally closed his eyes and approached her face, more... more... and then, all time stopped when their lips met. Zelda's eyes widened when she felt him over her mouth, kissing her softly and his tongue begging for admittance. The princess couldn't help but smile and after wrapping her arms around her lover's neck, she succumbed to his charms. Link moaned with pleasure when he was allowed to enter and deepening the kiss, he heard the princess reply to his desires and started tasting each other. The male smiled with delight as he felt extreme heat overcome his whole body and making him to want more. His tongue continued its search as different flavors came to him, the sweet savour of her skin made him separate their lips and gaze into one another's eyes for a second. Sweat trickled down their temple as Zelda gazed at him looking just as pleased but he could read in her ocean orbs that she too, wanted him to continue and so, he did as he was told. She was the princess and her wish was his command.

"Don't... stop... please..." she said breathless as she placed her hands on his chest and with one hand let his shirt go loose. Smirking the teen wrapped his arms around her once more and started once again toward her ear, and giving small kisses to her pale skin he went downward. First he kissed her ear, then he headed down her cheeks, making a small pause in her chin, and then stopping in her uncovered neck. Zelda's back arched back as shivers ran down her spine when she felt Link nibbling sweetly on her skin, giving soft kisses, and then proceeding to lick away the sweat. She gave out a moan and held onto his falling shirt a bit tighter feeling his breath against her when his hands started snaking to his shoulders and removed the upper part of her dress easily. The garments fell slowly from her body and the wind against her exposed chest made the princess to tremble momentarily. Though the cold went away as soon as the warmth of Link's body took over her making her give out a sigh with relief. That felt much better, she thought as she helped his green shirt to fall completely from his muscular torso. At the sight of his naked skin, Zelda blushed a bit but still she believed this was a beautiful moment and sight. This was something new for them both... now this was a new adventure that only they could share.

Zelda could feel as his hands searched frantically for the way to get the rest of her clothes out of the way. She then turned to Link who looked down at her with a gentle expression as usual yet a small line was drawn in between his eyes and forehead. He was hesitant to continue, she could tell. Smiling at him Zelda took his mischievous hands in hers and gripped them tightly. The blonde male turned to meet her eyes with confusion, did he... did he do something wrong? He opened his mouth to talk but Zelda placed a finger on his lips not allowing him to utter a sound. She continued smiling at him, "It's okay... now's my turn..."

The young hero, understanding the message smiled back at her, kissed her forehead quickly, and then gave her some space. The princess sighed with pleasure as she leaned upward to reach him and pressed her hands firmly against his naked chest and just as he did earlier, started kissing his face and bare skin; her hands started brushing his dirty blonde locks. Heading toward his ear she started biting slightly on his earlobe and then felt as Link flinched under her touch and then she proceeded to start kissing his cheek and then his neck, tasting his body as well. After she was done, Link took her by the shoulders gently and leaned her back against the bark of the tree behind them and one more time their lips joined in a passionate lip-lock.

None could believe what was happening at that moment. Their dreams... their feelings... their bodies... they were becoming one.

- - -

"Hey Saria, where'd Link go?" quietly asked Fado as she stopped singing. The rest of the girls continued their tune.

The green-haired girl shrugged slightly as she parted her lips from the wooden ocarina. Thankfully, the spirits of the forest already knew her song perfectly well so they played it in her stead so the rest of the Kokiri children could continue dancing.

"I saw him enter the forest with the Princess some hours ago."

"You don't think they already left, do you?" asked Fado, with her brow furrowed and showing a hint to sadness in her eyes, "It's been so long since we had this much fun with Link..."

Saria giggled. "Oh don't you worry. I'm sure he wouldn't leave just like that. I know Link. He'll be back later, just when you less expect it." She giggled again by some memory she had. "Besides, he still has to show the Princess his house and I'm sure he'll like to see it again after all these years."

"I suppose so..." Then a naughty smile painted Fado's facade, "How about we go look for them?"

Saria, who was about to start playing her instrument once again, choked against the ocarina's surface, "What? Fado don't!"

"Awww but no one's gonna notice our absence for a while. Besides, we got the wind playing your song already so they won't miss one last player." She winked.

Saria frowned at Fado's reply.

"Come on Saria! You're the only one who knows how to track down Link. You know him better than anyone else in here. Pretty please??"

Saria scoffed, "Stop insisting."

A line drew itself in Fado's forehead as he curled her lips annoyed, "Fine. Guess I'll have to be the only one to go then..."

"Suit yourself. You're only going to get yourself lost in the woods and turn into a Skull Kid."

"I'll take my chances." She responded, sticking her tongue out in a funny manner and then she trotted toward the busty foliage.

The Forest Sage just sighed, "Alright, alright, but it was your idea." So she followed.

- - -

"You sure this is where Link was headed?" whispered Fado as she carefully walked through a tunnel made of the bark of an ancient tree, "I thought he was less obvious when it came to exploring."

Saria, who was walking a few steps before the blonde Kokiri girl nodded. Their guardian fairies floated over them lighting their way through the long grass and the enchanted trees.

" It's not that I'm looking for Link's tracks Fado. He was careful to make sure he didn't leave any trace that he passed through here."

"So?"

"It's the Princess's tracks I'm following. She's an outsider so it's obvious she doesn't know how to move through the forest. She leaves way too many clues of where she stepped and where she was headed."

"Or rather where Link was leading him ya?" smiled the blonde.

"Precisely."

"You never cease to amaze me Saria. By any chance, aren't you cheating? I know the forest speaks to you. They can tell you about almost anything that's going on in here."

The emerald-haired female giggled at Fado's suspicions and turned at her. The gentle winds blew through her hair and caressed her ears, gossiping information, "Maybe you know me too well though."

"I knew it." Puffed the girl as she ran to reach her leader, "So what is it telling you now? Where are they?"

"Still in the forest."

"Ah good!" smiled the blonde.

Again, the wind blew in between the leaves of the trees and different sounds coming from the grass and the barks reached their pointed ears. Only this time, Saria's smile vanished and a quick hue of red tickled her cheeks. She quickly grew a crimson color.

"Wait, what's wrong Saria?"

"N-nothing. But I think we shouldn't look for them anymore... it would be..." she whispered something to herself and Fado tilted her head in confusion.

"Would be what?"

"...rude." She blushed even more.

"Oh come on! I'll be the guide then."

"No Fado! Wait!"

"Don't 'No Fado' me. Now come on! You've given me the tip of following the Princess's footsteps so that's what we're gonna do!" She quickly jabbed Saria by one arm and pulled her after her. Both girls continued walking for hours as the scenery around the turned even more beautiful. The leaves of the trees and bushed shone a bluish color as white orbs of light rested on their surface like dew in the morning. The first rays of Morning were already seeping through the blanket of trees, coloring the forest golden.

"Still in the forest?"

Saria slightly nodded, still seemingly embarrassed about whatever the forest's spirits had told her. Whatever that was, Fado was eager to know what it was. Surely it was about Link and the Princess. Though, with her childish mentality, Fado could still not make out what had made the wise Saria grow so flushed and shy. Their orange and pink fairies followed lazily behind them. There was no need for them to light their way through the leaves anymore so they floated above them, searching for the grown-ups calmly. Suddenly, they Kokiri girls heard a tinkle over their heads and noticed Saria's fairy had found something. Excited, Fado turned in the direction the fairy was hovering and followed its lead. Pink sparkles were left behind and so the girls followed the little road (Saria did reluctantly) the fairy had left them. They finally noticed how plants and trees became less bulky and found themselves in a beautifully illuminated clearing.

"Wow... so this is where the first fairy orbs came to be." Whispered Fado noticing the great quantity of fairies that floated gracefully around the area. They landed on close branches and fluttered their transparent, dragonfly wings with newborn ease. Pink Sparkles rained down slowly like snow since these fairies were of that rose-coloured color.

"So pretty..."

Saria gawked at the spectacular view. "I didn't know of this place before. I couldn't even see it from Sacred Forest Meadow..."

"Saria look!" whispered Fado. Saria turned to her and found her staring at something and smiling gingerly. Saria blinked and turned to what she was staring at. Her heart leapt for an instance as her cheeks turned pink just as the pixies. And she grinned content too. Both girls turned to look at one another and made gestures with their fingers as for being quiet and then turned back to the bushed. As fast as they had come, they left.

On the trunk of the tree that stood on one corner of the clearing leaned two motionless figures. One of a male and the other one clearly a female. Both were resting mildly and peacefully against the wood. Their breath was silent and slow as their bodies lay close and their arms hugged each other, keeping them warm and tranquil. Their faces showed such bliss that it seemed they were both having a real nice dream.